Shirley R. McKee

Her parents, Hans and Signe (Bakke) Syverud, immigrated to the United States from Norway. Shirley was born March 18, 1925, in Winthrop Harbor, IL. She graduated from high school in Zion, IL. On July 26, 1947, Shirley was united in marriage to Howard McKee in Milwaukee, WI.

She was a member of United Methodist Church in Sturgeon Bay. Shirley also enjoyed being a part of the Sons of Norway, the American Legion Auxiliary, and Business Women, all in Sturgeon Bay.

Shirley had a love for nature and animals, both wild and tame. She also liked decorating her home. In her later years, Shirley enjoyed knitting scarves for others.